| ZIP Code | 38762 |
|---|---|
| City | Mound Bayou |
| State | Mississippi (MS) |
| County | Bolivar County |
| Area Code | 662 |
| Elevation | 141 ft |
| Latitude | 33.896439 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.725653 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 28011 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.3 yrs ↑ 31% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.60 |
| Below Poverty | 45.6% ▲ 356% above avg |
| College Grads | 41.9% ▲ 8% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.3% ▼ 13% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 40 (3.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 277 (21.9%) |
| Some College | 153 (12.1%) |
| Associates | 264 (20.9%) |
| Bachelors | 231 (18.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 299 (23.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $32,105 ▼ 58% below avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $78,800 ▼ 72% below avg ↑ 14% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $572/mo ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 980 |
| Vacant Units | 174 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.60 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 980 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 174 |
| Owner Occupied | 42.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 57.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.60 |
ZIP code 38762 is located in Mound Bayou, Mississippi, within Bolivar County. With a population of 2,098, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.3 years. Economically, 38762 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $32,105 is well below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 38762 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $78,800 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $572 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (42.2%) and renters (57.8%). Median home values have increased by 14% since 2019.
The population of 38762 is primarily Black (99.14%). Residents are well-educated — 41.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 45.6%. Household income has grown by 29% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 38762 stands at 4.3%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 94%.
Overall, ZIP code 38762 in Mound Bayou, MS is characterized as lower-income, well-educated, and a middle-aged community. With 2,098 residents, a median household income of $32,105, and a median home value of $78,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Mississippi.